2025 Rulebook

Member Code of Conduct

Professional Conduct – It is expected that any individual acting as an agent of, or in an official capacity for the USASA, shall uphold the current rulebook and directives set forth by the Executive Board and the Technical Commission.

Alcohol, Drugs Tobacco- The use of alcohol or drugs by a USASA member while working in an official capacity or participating at a USASA event, clinic, meeting or official engagement is prohibited. While in a USASA branded jacket or official uniform alcohol, tobacco or marijuana may not be consumed.

Parents-  USASA welcomes parents at all USASA events in designated areas. For the safety of parents and participants, parents are not permitted in start or finish corrals or inside the field of play. All parents must abide by the following USASA Parent Code. Failure to obey the below could result in being asked to leave the event, disqualification, or sanction.

As a parent of a USASA athlete:

• I will put the emotional and physical well-being of youth participants ahead of a personal desire to win.
• I will respect all USASA athletes, coaches, officials, spectators, and families at all times.
• I will respect the decisions of USASA officials and judges.  
• I will not engage in any violence or verbal threats or use any profanity.
• I will model good sportsmanship for all youth participants.
• I will not belittle or ridicule anyone involved in a USASA event–in public, private, in-person, or online.
• I will do my part to keep all sports fun and positive for every youth participant.

Athletes- All USASA athletes must abide by the following USASA Athlete Code. Failure to obey the below could result in being asked to leave the event, disqualification or sanction.

As a USASA athlete:

• I will show good sportsmanship to other competitors, coaches, judges, officials, and parents at every competition.
• I will encourage others and praise good efforts.
• I will be honest, fair, and respectful to others at all times.
• I will respect the decisions of USASA officials and judges.
• I will not engage in any violence or verbal threats or use any profanity.
• I will not belittle or ridicule anyone involved in a USASA event–in public, private, in-person, or online.

SafeSport- As a condition of membership, all USASA members agree to abide by the SafeSport Code and follow the Minor Athlete Abuse Protection Policy. (MAPP)  The USASA prohibits the following: Sexual Misconduct, Physical Misconduct, Emotional Misconduct, Bullying, Threats and Harassment, Hazing or Willfully Tolerating Misconduct. Any adult member of USASA who is appointed to a position of authority over, or who has frequent contact with athletes must clear criminal background screening and complete SafeSport training through US Skiing and Snowboarding. This includes all adult USASA athletes.

Reporting- Every USASA member must report suspected violations of the SafeSport Code. If you suspect that a child is experiencing misconduct of a sexual nature, call the SafeSport hotline and local child protection authorities (Police or Child Welfare Office) and report it. Conduct which does not involve sexualized conduct but

All USASA athletes who are suspected of having sustained a concussion must be removed immediately from participation in USASA sporting event (e.g. sanctioned training, practice, camps, competitions or tryouts), by the Technical Supervisor (TS), Series Director overseeing such sporting event or the athletes USASA member coach.

The athlete will be prohibited from further participation until evaluated and cleared in writing to resume participation in USASA sporting events by a qualified health care provider trained in the evaluation and management of concussive head injuries.

The health care professional must certify to USASA in the clearance letter that he/she has successfully completed a continuing education course in the evaluation and management of concussive head injuries within three years of the day on which the written statement is made.

Upon removal of an athlete from participation for a suspected concussion/traumatic brain injury, the USASA TS, Series Director or member coach making the removal must inform USASA via the injury report for said event.

Athletes who have subsequently been medically cleared to resume participation must provide a medical clearance document (download below) to the USASA Official who authorized the removal from an event. The Official will transmit the "Return to Competition" document to USASA National Office, which may take up to 48 hours to reflect in the athlete's record.

Download the Concussion Medical Evaluation Form and email to support@usasa.org.

About Concussions

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Concussions can also occur from a fall or a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. Doctors may describe a concussion as a “mild” brain injury because concussions are usually not life-threatening. Even so, their effects can be serious.

Every USASA member must report suspected violations of the SafeSport Code.

If you suspect that a child is experiencing misconduct of a sexual nature, don’t investigate yourself. Call the SafeSport hotline and local child protection authorities (Police or Child Welfare Office) and report it to the experts who have the skills to investigate the matter. If you have a doubt on whether conduct is occurring, please err on the side of reporting.

Conduct which does not involve sexualized conduct but which may violate one of the six categories of prohibited conduct may be reported to safesport@usasa.org.

SafeSport Helpline
The Center for SafeSport provides 24-hour support via the SafeSport Helpline or by calling 866.200.0796.

Reporting Suspected Violations of Sexualized Conduct
https://uscenterforsafesport.org/report-a-concern/

RAINN National Sexual Abuse Hotline
If you have personally experienced sexual abuse and need help, please contact the RAINN national sexual abuse hotline at 1-800-656 HOPE (4673) or visit https://www.rainn.org/